doldrums — a state of inactivity or stagnation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a state of inactivity or stagnation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdoʊldrəmz/
Korean meaning: 침체, 무기력한 상태
Korean pronunciation: **돌**드럼즈
Example Sentences
- My motivation has been in the doldrums since I binge-watched 47 episodes of my favorite drama.
- The stock market emerged from the doldrums after positive news.
- His career was in the doldrums until he discovered his talent for making people laugh with dad jokes.
doldrums
NOUN//ˈdoʊldrəmz//
a state of inactivity or stagnation
A worker sits in the doldrums, staring blankly at unfinished tasks
Silent drums collect dust and crumbs in the doldrums!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From 18th-century 'doldrum' meaning 'dull' or 'sluggish.' Originally a nautical term for the windless equatorial ocean region where sailing ships would become stranded, later extended metaphorically to mean any period of stagnation or depression.
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📝Examples
“My motivation has been in the doldrums since I binge-watched 47 episodes of my favorite drama.”
“The stock market emerged from the doldrums after positive news.”
“His career was in the doldrums until he discovered his talent for making people laugh with dad jokes.”
“The team's performance has been in the doldrums this season.”
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